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Bill Copland Sports Centre,
3676 Kensington Avenue,
Burnaby, BC, V5B 4Z6

General inquiries,
City of Burnaby
Parks and Recreation
604-294-7385

Burnaby Sports Hall of Fame
cancels Feb. 25, 2021 induction banquet

In light of the continuing COVID-19 pandemic and the necessary restrictions placed on gatherings to prevent its spread, the Burnaby Sports Hall of Fame committee has decided to cancel its annual induction banquet scheduled for
Thursday, Feb. 25, 2021 at the Metrotown Firefighters Banquet Hall.
The deadline for nominations for athletes, builders, coaches and teams to be considered for induction had been set for
Nov. 20, 2020, but the committee has decided to keep the call for nominations open. The induction banquet will
now take place on Thursday, February 24. 2022.

"?Frequently Asked Questions "

Where would I find the application and the criteria?
Application forms have been placed at these locations: City Hall, Community Centers, Bill Copeland Sports Centre, Burnaby Now office, Burnaby Lake Sports Complex, local Fire Halls. Also, forms are in the process of being distributed to various local sports organizations (soccer, baseball, lacrosse, etc.
To have a form mailed: phone - 604-294-7385
The page links below will direct you to a printable version of nomination criteria and forms
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Should I provide photographs, and press clippings of my nominee?
Yes, any verification material is very helpful in the committee's selection process. Please send in duplicates -NOT ORIGINALS. If you wish your items to be returned, a Self Addressed Stamped Envelope must accompany the submission Otherwise, all submission documents and forms will become the property of the Burnaby Sports Hall of Fame.

Is it necessary for the athlete, team, coach, or builder to be active in the current year?
No, the committee will evaluate individuals and teams from Burnaby's long athletic history. Inductees can be from all previous years.

When should my application be submitted to the committee for the current year?
On going at this point in time The committee will review the selections later.

Where do I submit the nomination form?

Nomination, Lyndsay Anderson,
City of Burnaby Parks and Recreation,
Suite 101 - 4946 Canada Way,

Phone: 604-294-7450

Can I email the application?
Sorry, only hard copy nomination forms will be accepted. Fax submissions are not accepted. Please mail the submission or bring it into the Parks and Recreation office (address listed above)

If I have any more questions, whom would I contact?
On our , you will find the email address and committee members.

Where can I order tickets? Banquet date: Thursday, February 24, 2022.
Tickets sales start date TBA
Tickets for banquet: $85 each, and $55 for past inductees.